Baby’s First Words

Baby’s First Words

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Lily had an appointment with her pediatrician a little almost two months ago. At every appointment they ask you things like "Is she rolling over yet?" or "Is she making mama or dada sounds yet?" When they asked if she was making mama and … [Read more...]

More Outrageous Breastfeeding Controversy

More Outrageous Breastfeeding Controversy

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I have shared my thoughts on breastfeeding in public before, however in light of recent events I definitely have more to say. Recently a woman was kicked out of a Hollister store for breastfeeding her child. Reports say she was sitting on a bench … [Read more...]

New Year, New Food

New Year, New Food

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I have said it before and I will say it again. Time Flies! Lily is already five months old and she is changing and doing new things every day. Every time I have to buy bigger sized clothes for her, it makes me a little sad. So, I know I have … [Read more...]

Baby’s First Travel Experience

Baby’s First Travel Experience

Lily and Me Photo 12.19.2012

Like many of you, my thoughts are with the Sandy Hook elementary school victims. Would this news have made me sad before I was a mother? Of course, yet now it really hits  home in a whole different way. When I heard the details of this horrific … [Read more...]

“Hungry For Change” – Healthy food for kids

“Hungry For Change” – Healthy food for kids

Lily and Me Photo 12.13.2012

With a new baby, I find myself thinking about healthy food for kids.  Here I go watching documentaries again! I just watched "Hungry For Change." This one is about food, particularly about the risks of processed foods and the benefits of eating … [Read more...]

Unsolicited Parenting Advice

Unsolicited Parenting Advice

Lily and Me 11,26,2012

On the 27th of this month Lily will be four months old! Everyone gives the same parenting advice.  They tell you to enjoy it while you can, because time flies. They are so right! As a new parent, I am always thinking, "I can't wait until she does … [Read more...]

Going Back to Work After Maternity Leave

Going Back to Work After Maternity Leave

Lily and Me Photo 11.19.2012

We all knew this day had to come. I had to return to work! I started a new part-time job and had to leave Lily for a full eight-hour shift. I have been so busy lately I have not had much time to think about being upset over going back to work. I … [Read more...]

Remembering “Powie” on Veterans Day

Remembering “Powie” on Veterans Day

lily and Me Powie Photo 11.13.2012

My late grandfather, Robert Irmen was a veteran, and he has been on my mind today.  I am not positive why, but we called him "Powie."  If I remember correctly, he told me he was shot in the toe in battle.  I cannot imagine that! Powie died … [Read more...]

Each generation has something that gains acceptance eventually.

Each generation has something that gains acceptance eventually.

Lily and Me Photo 11.13.2012

My search for a part-time job continues. This week I have been to three interviews. In the past I have successfully obtained employment with every job I have interviewed for with the exception of one. I interviewed at a Harley Davidson retail … [Read more...]

Looking for a part-time job after baby – Overqualified not a plus!

Looking for a part-time job after baby – Overqualified not a plus!

ThoughtfulWomen image Heather Part-time Job 11.5.2012

Do you know how much daycare costs these days? After talking to a slew of different daycare facilities in my area, I can tell you. The least expensive place I have found is an at home daycare that is $175 a week for full-time. That is $9,100 a … [Read more...]